What does facet mean?
1 : any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration) Each facet of the problem requires careful attention. 2 : a small plane surface (as on a cut gem) — see brilliant illustration.
How do you pronounce facetiousness?
How do you pronounce facet medical?
facet
- , facette (fas’et, fă-set’), Avoid pronouncing the English word facet like the French form facette. A small smooth area on a bone or other firm structure, usually an articular surface covered in life with articular cartilage.
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What is a correct pronunciation?
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